Species Name: Peperomia caperata var. Rosso

Common name(s): Emerald ripple peperomia, Radiator plants 

Defining Characteristics: 

• Beautiful variety with dark green, pointed leaves that are deeply rippled with maroon under the leaves
• Small, compact plant that grows in tight clumps
• Produces thin floral spikes with red-purple stems in spring and fall

Recommended Pot Size: Small 

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature requirement: 65-75°F

Humidity: Dry (0-30%)   Moderate (30-70%)   Humid (70-100%)

Watering frequency: Light watering, Suggested watering time is every 7 to 10 days.  

Lighting:  Full Shade     Partial Shade      Full Sun

Soil type: Well draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered Here. 

Soil pH: 5.0-5.5

Growth rate: Slow 

Height: Up to 8” 

Origin: South America, Brazil

Regional locality: Epiphytic plant found growing up trees in the amazon rainforest at higher elevations 

USDA Hardiness Zone: 11-12

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:

Care Notes: This plant will become leggy with uneven growth if not given adequate sunlight 

Shipping Notes: 

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT

The plant pictured is in a 2.5" pot.